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Welcome to Duke, Class of 2030! Experiential Orientation is an incredible weeklong immersion that allows new-to-Duke students to dive into an engaging experience that builds community and fosters a sense of belonging around a shared interest. Combining experiential and immersive education with thoughtful team-building, engaging excursions, leadership development, and campus and community tours, this orientation model promises to be an incredible introduction to the Duke community. Orientation Week begins on Sunday, August 16, 2026, and concludes on Friday, August 21, 2026. Students will complete a questionnaire and be matched to a project based on their interests. The Experiential Orientation Matching Questionnaire…
Living spaces on campus consistently exceed expectations; bedrooms complete with matching furniture sets and carefully curated art decorations that line common room walls all help to build an inviting atmosphere for students. Marilynn Sanford is to thank for the quality living spaces we enjoy on campus. I had the privilege of talking with her to learn more about her role as Project and Building Maintenance Coordinator and about the ways she is constantly pushing for sustainability within her work environment. Marilynn has been working at Duke for the past 18 years and handles anything from tearing down walls, to…
Jewish Life at Duke Professional Staff Meet the professionals that are here to help our students find meaning, connection, and joy! Joyce Gordon Director Email: joyce.gordon@duke.edu Phone: 919-681-2911 Joyce Gordon (she/her/hers) joined us as Director for Jewish Life in July of 2018. As director, Joyce oversees all aspects of the Freeman Center and JLD’s work across campus. She sets the strategy for Jewish Life at Duke, cultivates alumni and parent partnerships through the advisory board, and manages our organizational operations. Joyce also serves on university searches and committees. In every aspect of her role, Joyce’s primary focus is Duke’s bright,…
Procurement Purchasing/Contract & Vendor Management Direct Pay Permit NC Sales and Use Tax Exempt Form *** Domestic Wire Request Purchase Requisition Outside Service Agreement Domestic Vendor Registration W-9 (to be completed by vendor) Independent Contractor Checklist Interdepartmental Request & Invoice Form (IRI) Wire (Receiving) Instructions *** Duke Affiliate Entertainer Agreement *** ACH Payment Request Form Expense Reports and Reimbursements Missing Receipt Form Miscellaneous Reimbursement Form Disputed Claims Form SA Prize Winner Form *** Corporate Card Reinstatement Request Master Data/Workflow Organization/BFR Request *** Cost/Profit Center Request (Add/Change/Block) WBSE Request Agency Fund Application Onboarding Corporate Card Application WORKS Fleet Card Application *** Duke Card Cost Object Approval Letter/Template *** Financial Interest…
We’re here to help! DISC supports students throughout the year with programming, orientation, community building, and advocacy. Duke students (undergraduate and graduate/professional) are invited to subscribe to weekly updates from the DISC team during the fall and spring semesters. These weekly email newsletters share opportunities to connect, learn, and engage with the community. If you or your student organization would like support, collaborate, or submit content to be featured in the newsletter, please contact discnews@duke.edu. If you’d like to meet with a DISC team member over Zoom, you can make an appointment during our office hours using one of the…
Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students The Leadership Opportunity Background and Context Duke University seeks a new Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students (DOS) to prioritize the undergraduate and graduate student experience while leading a variety of strategic and operational initiatives. Reporting to the Vice Provost/Vice President for Student Affairs, the Dean of Students is an organizational manager, responsible for leadership of key units and also fostering an inclusive environment that emphasizes community, advocacy, and well-being. The DOS promotes and exemplifies Duke’s shared values – respect, trust, inclusion, discovery, and excellence —…
For The Culture Check back soon! This page and For The Culture: Second Generation debut December 1, 2024. In this house, we represent everyone and everything. We are one made up of many: those who have existed, currently exist, and those to come. We represent all cultures. We represent differences, we represent similarities we represent intersections. We represent so much more than just oneself. Individuality matters and we recognize that within that individuality comes not just one community, but many communities that are made up of diverse traditions, expressions, languages, and so much more. For The Culture is…
Table Talk Have you ever wanted to connect with a faculty member but couldn’t find the right opportunity? The Table Talk program creates the perfect setting to have meaningful conversations with Duke faculty and staff over a delicious meal! The Table Talk program at Duke University was established to foster informal interactions between graduate and professional students and faculty or staff members. Recognizing that such engagements can enhance students’ sense of belonging and contribute to their success, the initiative provides selected students with funds to host on-campus meals with faculty or staff. This opportunity encourages discussions on a wide range…
Duke alumnus Ari Ackerman (‘93) recognized by university for service and leadership to Jewish community Duke alumnus Ari Ackerman (‘93) recognized by university for service and leadership to Jewish community Duke alumnus Ari Ackerman (‘93) recognized by university for service and leadership to Jewish community Duke alumnus Ari Ackerman (‘93) recognized by university for service and leadership to Jewish community Wearing Judaism on His Sleeve Duke alumnus Ari Ackerman ‘93 recognized by university for service and leadership to Jewish community Jewish Life at Duke is proud to celebrate Ari Ackerman (‘93) as a recipient of the 2022 Beyond Duke Service…
The Balthrop Cassidy (BC) Fellows aim to equip Duke students with the knowledge and skills necessary to cultivate healthy, supportive relationships across all areas of their lives. Made possible by the generous support of Denise Balthrop Cassidy T 1984 and her husband Bernard “Barney” Cassidy, the BC Fellowship is an instrumental part of the QuadEx approach to holistic wellbeing. The BC Fellows foster a healthy campus community by teaching students how to develop caring and meaningful relationships of all types. This direct work is a core part of the QuadEx mission to cultivate a community where every student can thrive….
Israel Engagement Providing students with engagement and learning opportunities Israel programs and initiatives connect Duke students with Israel both on campus and abroad. All students are welcome to participate. Our approach to Israel is framed through the following three Es: Education: Programs that focus on teaching students about the diverse aspects of Israel — not just the geopolitical conflict, but also its people, culture, society, and language. Experience: Travel to Israel for firsthand experience of the country. Engagement: One-on-one coffee conversations and meetings with the Israel Fellow to explore personal connection to and views on Israel in order to help students…
Lunch Pop-Up:The Chef’s Kitchen offers a new culinary experience every few weeks and is open for lunch Monday-Friday from 11am-3pm during fall and spring semesters. Currently Offering: SmashersMeet Smashers-where simple ingredients meet big flavor!We serve crave-worthy smash burgers, pressed thin for those crispy, caramelized edges and stacked single or double depending on your hunger level. Every burger is tucked into a butter-toasted potato bun, soft, golden, and just rich enough to soak up all that goodness. No fuss, no gimmicks—just perfectly smashed beef, classic toppings, and burgers done right! Cooking Classes: Get Cooking:Offered fall semester.*Only students that have not taken this…